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| Code | BMM115 |
| Name | Biology for engineers |
| Term | 2024-2025 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 3-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 5 ECTS |
| National Credit | 3 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Lisans Dersi |
| Type | Normal |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör.Dr. DİLEK SÖNMEZER |
| Course Instructor |
Öğr. Gör.Dr. DİLEK SÖNMEZER
(A Group)
(Ins. in Charge)
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Course Goal / Objective
To teach students the rules of science scientific research and provide them a basis about main aspects of biology and also provide students a general approach to biology and its application fields
Course Content
Cell and Intracellular Organization, proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, oils, Cell Chemistry and Biosynthesis, Communication Between Cells and Cell Cycle,Cell Division, DNA and chromosomes, DNA replication, repair and recombination, DNA transcription, translation, biological methods, cell imaging
Course Precondition
None
Resources
Medical Biology and Genetic Akademisyen Kitabevi
Notes
The Cell Tüba yayınları; Applied Cell and Molecular Biology for Engineers
Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Express cell chemistry, structure and properties of the cell. |
| LO02 | Define the structure and function of macromolecules. |
| LO03 | Express the concepts of DNA, genes and chromosomes. |
| LO04 | Identify cancer and the immune system. |
| LO05 | Interpret the basic techniques used in biological studies. |
| LO06 | Based on the information learned in this course, will be dominant over the problems of Biomedical Engineering. |
| LO07 | Using biological knowledge on engineering applications |
| LO08 | Using biological information in engineering and medical applications |
| LO09 | Obtaining information about disease diagnosis and treatment |
| LO10 | Acquires the ability to analyze biological information from an engineering perspective |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Have sufficient knowledge in mathematics, natural sciences, and biomedical engineering, along with the ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas to solve complex engineering problems. | 5 |
| PLO02 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Acquire the ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Biomedical Engineering problems; for this purpose, will have the ability to choose and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods. | |
| PLO03 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to design a complex system, process, device, or product in Biomedical Engineering under realistic constraints and conditions to meet specific requirements; the ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. | |
| PLO04 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in Biomedical Engineering applications; the ability to use information technologies effectively. | 4 |
| PLO05 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results to investigate complex engineering problems or discipline-specific research topics in Biomedical Engineering. | |
| PLO06 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | The ability to work effectively in intra-disciplinary (Biomedical Engineering) and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. | 3 |
| PLO07 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | The ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write effective reports in Biomedical Engineering and understand written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and understandable instructions. | 3 |
| PLO08 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Get awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; the ability to access information in the field of Biomedical Engineering, to follow developments in science and technology, and the ability to constantly self-renewal. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Acting following ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility in the field of Biomedical Engineering, and knowledge of the standards used in engineering practice. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knowledge of project management and practices in the field of Biomedical Engineering, such as risk management and change management; awareness about entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. | |
| PLO11 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | Understanding the universal and societal impacts of Biomedical Engineering applications on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal implications of Biomedical Engineering solutions. | |
| PLO12 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Understanding of biology and physiology. | |
| PLO13 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Ability to make measurements on living systems and interpret data collected from these measurements. | |
| PLO14 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Ability to solve problems related to the interactions between living and nonliving materials and systems. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Biology | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 2 | Biomolecules (chemical bonds, amimoacids, peptide bond and proteins) | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 3 | Carbohydrates, Lipids and phospholipids,Nucleotides | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 4 | Cell membrane, structure and functions, cellular transport | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 5 | Structure and functions of cell organelles, cytoskeletal,Cell communication and signaling | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 6 | Genetic materials (DNA,RNA) syructure and synthesis | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 7 | Protein synthesis | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | Read about the subject. | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Cell cycle (Meiosis and Mitosis) | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 10 | Types and mechanisms of mutation | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 11 | Cancer and types of cancers | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 12 | Specialized cells 1 (blood and bone cells) | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 13 | Specialized cells 2 (nerve and muscle cells) | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 14 | Imaging of the cell | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Gösteri |
| 15 | Types of microscopes | Read about the subject. | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap |
| 16 | Term Exams | topic repetition | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Bireysel Çalışma |
| 17 | Term Exams | topic repetition | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Soru-Cevap, Bireysel Çalışma |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 12 | 12 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 18 | 18 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 114 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 4,56 | ||
| ECTS | 5 ECTS | ||